07-13-201707-14-2017
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3020BBoston
July 13, 2017 04:00 PMCalender
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Three-piece Chinese Export Silver Tea Service

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$3,444$2,800
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 3020BLocation: BostonDate / Time: July 14, 2017 10:00AM

Description:

Three-piece Chinese Export Silver Tea Service, late 19th/early 20th century, maker's mark "TC" possibly for Tuck Chang, each with a dragon on a stippled ground, teapot, covered sugar, and waste bowl, teapot with presentation inscription to foot dated 1914, teapot ht. 6 3/4 in., approx. 34.3 troy oz.
Estimate $700-900

Teapot with shallow dent to body and abrasion to spout. Otherwise set in good overall condition with light surface wear, possibly dipped or lacquered previously.


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